Vice President, Capital Infrastructure Delivery

The Vice President, Capital Infrastructure Delivery is responsible for providing strategic leadership, oversight, and support for a large-scale capital program. This role oversees a portfolio of complex infrastructure projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and aligned with organizational priorities. The VP also plays a critical forward-looking role by identifying and forecasting future capital infrastructure needs to support long-term growth, operational performance, and strategic initiatives. This position reports directly to the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and serves as a key member of the development leadership team, driving program initiatives and shaping capital investment strategies through data-driven insights and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Capital Program Leadership
  • Drive program initiatives, including prioritization, sequencing, and delivery strategies.
  • Align capital investments with organizational goals and long-term planning objectives.
  • Monitor overall capital program health, identifying trends and opportunities.
• Capital Planning & Forecasting
  • Develop and maintain a forward-looking capital plan, identifying future infrastructure needs based on asset condition, capacity, demand, and strategic priorities.
  • Partner with planning, operations, finance, and executive leadership to forecast short- and long-term capital investment requirements.
  • Prioritize projects within constrained funding environments to maximize organizational value.
  • Incorporate data, trends, and scenario planning to inform investment decisions and readiness for major events or growth.
• Program Delivery Oversight
  • Proactively identify risks, issues, and decision points, presenting recommended solutions and options.
  • Drive consistency in project management standards, tools, and reporting.
• Team Leadership & Development
  • Evaluate the organizational structure supporting capital delivery, including roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Partner with development leadership team to support workforce planning, succession strategies, and resource alignment with program demand.
• Stakeholder Management
  • Facilitate alignment across stakeholders on priorities and program direction.
  • Communicate program progress, risks, and opportunities clearly and effectively.
• Governance & Risk Management
  • Implement robust governance frameworks to ensure transparency and accountability.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks across the capital portfolio.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and organizational requirements.
• Financial Awareness
  • Maintain awareness of capital budgets, schedules, and project performance across the portfolio.
  • Identify trends and variances, providing recommendations to optimize capital allocation and outcomes.
  • Support financial planning efforts through insights and forecasting.
  • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement
  • Leverage technology, data, and best practices to enhance delivery performance.
  • Promote use of digital tools (e.g., dashboards, BIM, analytics) to drive decision-making.
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, sustainability, and customer experience.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience: 15+ years of experience in capital infrastructure delivery or program management. Proven leadership of large, complex capital programs ($500M+). Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Residency: New hires must establish and maintain residency in the city of Philadelphia within 6 months of appointment. Current City of Philadelphia employees must maintain residency in the City of Philadelphia while employed in this position.
• Security Requirements: Obtainment of a Security Badge is a condition of employment. Must pass and maintain SIDA (Security Identification Display Area) and STA (Security Threat Assessment) clearance at the time of appointment and during tenure of employment.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and executive presence.
• Expertise in project/program management methodologies.
• Financial acumen and budget management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with digital delivery tools and data-driven decision-making.

Preferred Certifications & Credentials

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (AIA), or equivalent.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or equivalent.

Pay

Salary Range: $180,000-$200,000

Benefits

• Transportation: Unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program.
• Parental Benefits: 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Health Coverage: Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Wellness Program: Eligibility into the discounted medical plan.
• Paid Time Off: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Retirement: Generous retirement savings options.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Tuition Discounts: Access to tuition discounts and scholarships through partnerships with over a dozen colleges and universities (savings of 10% to 40%, extending to employees, and in some cases, spouses and dependents).